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HOW IS BUSINESS NURTURING YOUNG TALENT?

Is economic recovery in the North West under threat from a lack of skilled resource? Are we providing enough opportunities to nurture skills and retain talent? It is a concern shared by businesses throughout the region, irrespective of sector & size, and a question put to a panel of business … [Read more...]

SOLUTIONS SK APPOINT NEW MANAGING DIRECTOR

Solutions SK, a wholly-owned Stockport Council company has appointed a new Managing Director, Stephen Morris, who will start his new role later this month.  Stephen, a former National Board Member of the National Federation of Builders and an active member of the Institute of Directors has … [Read more...]

CONFIDENCE IN BUSINESS HITS HIGH SPOT IN NORTH WEST

Business confidence has reached a 14-month high in the North West, new research from BDO has revealed and as reported in today's EN for Business. Short-term UK business prospects have continued to improve this month and reached the highest level since May 2011, according to the latest Business … [Read more...]

STOCKPORT EXPRESS – 2 PAGES OF BUSINESS NEWS OUT NOW

This week's Stockport Express includes 2 pages of Stockport Business news. Read the latest form the Stockport Business Awards featuring the Most Promising Young Business shortlist - Marsec International, Minted Melon Designs and Pioneer IT Connections - plus news on Gorvins, Luscious hairdressers, … [Read more...]

GREATER MANCHESTER CYCLISTS CAN SOON PEDAL FURTHER

Stockport cyclists can look forward to pedalling further in the future as the Government awards funds to both Greater Manchester and the Peak District  as part of a £148m investment to develop more safe cycle routes in the areas.  Announced by the Prime Minister this week, … [Read more...]

KIDS ALLOWED PRE-SCHOOL GRADUATION

Stockport parents and their little ones can get a taste of what to expect at the new Kids Allowed nursery opening on Buxton Road in September.  The award-winning childcare provider Kids Allowed, recently held its annual graduation ceremonies to celebrate the success of its 200 plus … [Read more...]

CLARKE NICKLIN TO HOST BANK OF ENGLAND SEMINAR

Stockport based Clarke Nickilin Group are hosting a free breakfast seminar with a special guest speaker - John Young, the North West agent for the Bank of England. On Thursday September 5th, John will provide a banking perspective on the current state of the economy and the prospects for … [Read more...]

RECRUITMENT AT HIGHEST LEVEL SINCE 2008

Recruitment is at its highest level since the recession, according to the latest news from the Chartered Institute for Personnel Development - the CIPD. The CIPD have reported that more employers are looking to hire staff as employment confidence has reached its highest level since 2008, … [Read more...]

Adidas SUFFERS IN EUROPE AS FIRST HALF REVENUES DROP 11 percent

Adidas, the global sports brand and Olympic sponsor, has suffered an 11% drop in revenues in Western Europe in the first half of 2013 due to a "lacklustre trading environment". The group, whose Northern European headquarters are based in Hazel Grove, Stockport, have reported that revenues fell … [Read more...]

LOCAL BUSINESS WELCOMES PRIME MINISTER DAVID CAMERON TO STOCKPORT

Stockport businesses welcomed the Prime Minister David Cameron on his tour of the North West this week. David Cameron visited Stockport this week where he addressed an audience from the business community at Bredbury Hall Hotel before moving on to host a live Q&A with Global Radio at its Capital … [Read more...]

SPORT ENGLAND BOOST TO STOCKPORT SPORTS CLUBS

 Two Stockport Sports Clubs are to benefit from a cash boost from Sport England, an award welcomed by Sir Andrew Stunell MP. Andrew Stunell, MP for Hazel Grove has welcomed Sport England’s cash boost to Woodley Cricket Club and Mellor Lacrosse Club this year, which gives an overall … [Read more...]

FREE SPORTS ACTIVITIES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE IN STOCKPORT

As part of the ‘Safer in Stockport’ summer campaign, the Safer Stockport Partnership, which includes Stockport Council and Greater Manchester Police are promoting free activities for young people. Marketing Stockport member Life Leisure, in partnership with local community groups are … [Read more...]